Coping with the New Normal: The Francis Hotel, Bath, UK (November 2020)

By zara On April 9, 2021

The corona virus has reduced us all to room cleaners – an uneasy visit to a central Bath hotel shows how we coped with the new normal as brigher days loom ahead.

Best Short Walks in the Peak District: the Bleaklow Bomber, Derbyshire, UK. (October 2020)

By zara On February 2, 2021

The northern Derbyshire moors have some of the wildest country in Britain. This short circuit covers a little of the Pennine Way and a historic aeroplane crash.

Salisbury Plain Perimeter Ride, Wiltshire, England (September 2020)

By zara On January 13, 2021

The Perimeter Path reveals the endless variety of Salisbury Plain and its immediate surroundings: white horses, purpose built army villages, ancient forts and beautiful all round views can be discovered in this 30 mile long circuit.

The Limestone Way, Derbyshire, England. (October 2020).

By zara On October 31, 2020

Following old walled tracks and quiet footpaths through the White Peak whilst meandering through traditional villages, the Limestone Way is a great introduction to the delights of Derbyshire.

A Circuit of Upper Derwent and Howden Reservoirs, Derbyshire, England. (October 2020)

By zara On October 16, 2020

The reservoirs of the Derwent valley sit amongst beautiful Derbyshire scenery and are popular year round destinations but few realise that the Dambusters used them for training before their departure to the Ruhr in World War 2. With good tracks all around them, cycling is an enjoyable way to explore.

Tellisford Mill, Somerset, England (September 2020)

By zara On October 11, 2020

Tellisford Mill lies in an idyllic corner of Somerset on the river Frome and has some wonderful wild swimming.

Among the Clouds Above: Yatesbury, Wiltshire, England (October 2020)

By zara On October 6, 2020

It is surprising what can be hidden in plain sight – including one of Europe’s oldest and most intact wartime airfields. Now lost amidst the brambles, it conceals a rich history of aviation stretching back to 1916.

War Walks: the Bulford Kiwi, Wiltshire, England (September 2020)

By zara On October 2, 2020

Amongst the elegant white horses carved onto the Wiltshire downs, one slightly fat, flightless bird rather stands out – this is his story.

The World Tin Bath Championships, Isle of Man, British Isles (August 2020)

By zara On September 14, 2020

There are some delightfully idiosyncratic festivals around the world. The World Tin Bath Championships in the scenic waters of Castletown Harbour in the Isle of Man can hold its own with the best of them.

Ballaugh Beach and Mountain Circuit – On Horseback, Isle of Man, British Isles. (August 2020)

By zara On August 17, 2020

A riding, walking or even cycling circuit which has a magnificent combination of ‘surf and turf’, beaches and mountains, all with wonderful views.

Category: Great Britain